The nurse observes a client laughing and joking with a nursing assistant during morning care. This observation provides what information to the nurse?
a. The client has a sense of humor.
b. The client is feeling better.
c. The client likes the nursing assistant.
d. The client is ready to be discharged.
ANS: A
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